Ashkay Tiwari: Stem Cell Therapy for the Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis

What I Did

For my project, I studied the effect of a specific sulfation enzyme on oligodendrocytes and its role in demyelination in the central nervous system. This project allowed us to provide further insight on the pathway of oligodendrocyte differentiation following demyelination and determine on of the specific enzymes that inhibits that pathway. Further studies that we conduct with regards to this pathway may test the functional significance of the pathway using pharmacological methods in culture and animal-based models of myelination and demyelination. 

What I Learned

This project has allowed me to gain insight into the fields of pharmacology and neurology that I had previously lacked. To join a research lab as an undergrad, I have been able to experience opportunities that will allow me to carry a certain advantage while applying to medical school.

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